Reno weather in December (Nevada, United States of America)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Reno this December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Reno includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is part of winter. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 7°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -5°C. This is usually the coldest month of the year, so be sure to prepare with plenty of winter gear.

Precipitation

Reno in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 30 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Typically, you can expect about 7 days of snow/rain this month.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 187 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Reno. April, May, June, August, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Reno climate page with graphs.

 

Reno, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -5°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 24%  

Precipitation 30 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 62%  

Sunshine 187 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 64%  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

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Weather conditions Weather

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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